So…the big day finally came and went. I am happy to announce that I am officially an Internal Medicine resident. I can’t believe my fourth-year of medical school flew by that fast. The ambitious goal I set out to achieve four years ago is finally realized, and I can move on to the next stage […]

The third Friday of March is a very specific date in medicine: The Match. While for many on the outside it’s joyous, watching the next generation of doctors determine where they are going to spend the next few years training, for those on the other side, it’s nothing but anxiety. This is the first year I […]

Many do not like to think about this, but it happens every year. Many students go unmatched for one reason or another, and many residency spots go unfilled. It’s very important to have a good understanding of the process involved with this scenario if you are faced with this on Match week. Keep a clear […]

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